For Sale12d on market
257 Orchard Rd
Orinda, CA, 94563 • 94563 • Contra Costa County
$1,995,000
$765/sqft
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
4Baths
2,609Sqft
0.51 acLot
1948Built
Property DNA
Scenic Views
Canyon · Hills · Panoramic
None Style
Built 1948 · 78 years of history
Glorietta
94563
Outdoor Living
Terrace · Patio · Covered
Hardwood & Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is getting attention
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Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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$765/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1948
Totally renovated and thoughtfully reimagined, this stunning single-story retreat blends modern design with soulful, farm-to-table living. Surrounded by rolling hills and framed by walls of windows, the home captures breathtaking views while filling every space with warm natural light. Sea Ranch–inspired wood siding and a sleek metal roof create timeless character, while the open-concept kitchen and family room form the true heart of the home inside. Expansive sliders create seamless indoor-outdoor living—perfect for gathering with friends, hosting dinners sourced from your own garden, or enjoying peaceful mornings overlooking the hills. Designed with sustainability in mind, the home features energy-efficient heat pump systems for heating, cooling and hot water, and Tesla Powerwalls that provide energy storage and backup power. Oversized bedrooms and spa-inspired bathrooms feature elevated finishes and calming designs. Outside, soak in the hot tub under the stars, harvest from raised garden beds, and enjoy a charming homestead setting with dwarf goats and chickens. A thriving, established orchard enhances the property with 50 miniature fruit trees, along with grapes, passion vines, and blueberry bushes—all supported by drip irrigation. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights surrounded by rolling hills, stunning single-story retreat, and modern design as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$12,595/month
Principal & Interest$9,935
Property Tax$1,995
Insurance$665
Down payment20% ($399,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.35% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,596,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeResidential, Single Family Residence
Year Built1948
HeatingHeat Pump
CoolingHeat Pump
ParkingNone, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Lot0.51 Acres
Days on Zillow12 Days
Price/sqft$765
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeResidential, Single Family Residence
StyleNone
ConditionExisting
Year built1948
Stories1
Systems
HeatingHeat Pump
CoolingHeat Pump
RoofMetal
ConstructionOther
Water / SewerPublic Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingNone, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
FencingFenced
Lot0.51 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood94563
Annual tax$19,645
Parcel2703010104
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Partial baths1
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Au Pair
Breakfast Bar
Counter - Solid Surface
Updated Kitchen
Appliances
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Dryer
Washer
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump
Laundry
Laundry Closet
Fireplace
None
Windows
Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
Exterior
Garden/Play
Parking
None
Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Construction
Other
Patio & Porch
Terrace
Patio
Covered
Lot Features
Premium Lot
Back Yard
Side Yard
Views
Canyon
Hills
Panoramic
Pool Features
None
Room details
1 room detailed
Kitchen
Breakfast BarCounter - Solid SurfaceDishwasherKitchen IslandRefrigeratorSkylight(s)Updated Kitchen
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market12
Est. value$1,931,500
Est. rent$6,582/mo
Tax rate1.15%
Price/sqft$765
On marketMar 26, 2026
PostedMar 26, 2026
Last sold$1,056,590
MLS updatedApr 6, 2026
Tour days9
Views2,311
Favorites152
How are the schools in Orinda?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Orinda, CA, 94563
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 26, 2026Listed For Sale$1,995,000$765Bay East AOR
Apr 11, 2025Listing Removed$7,100$3Zillow Rentals
Apr 9, 2025Listed For Rent$7,100$3Zillow Rentals
Feb 24, 2017Sold$1,056,590$405CCAR
Listed For Sale$1,995,000
Mar 26, 2026•$765/sqft•Bay East AOR
Listing Removed$7,100
Apr 11, 2025•$3/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$7,100
Apr 9, 2025•$3/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Sold$1,056,590
Feb 24, 2017•$405/sqft•CCAR
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025$19,645$1,511,167
Apr 7, 2024$19,363$1,481,537
Apr 7, 2023$19,034$1,452,488
Apr 7, 2022$18,204$1,369,009
Apr 7, 2021$17,359$1,301,187
Apr 7, 2020$15,265$1,129,487
Apr 7, 2019$14,676$1,107,341
Apr 7, 2018$13,552$1,085,630
Apr 7, 2017$2,195$87,609
Apr 7, 2016$2,133$85,892
Apr 7, 2015$2,053$84,602
Apr 7, 2014$2,053$82,946
Apr 7, 2013—$82,572
Apr 7, 2012—$80,954
Apr 7, 2011—$79,367
Apr 7, 2010—$78,774
Apr 7, 2009—$78,962
Apr 7, 2008—$77,415
Apr 7, 2007—$75,898
Apr 7, 2006—$74,411
Apr 7, 2005—$72,953
Apr 7, 2004—$71,523
Apr 7, 2003—$70,213
Apr 7, 2002—$68,837
Apr 7, 2001—$67,488
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Orinda, CA • Contra Costa County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
94563
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